Honoring the Legacy: Thousands Unite to Commemorate 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington
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Tens of thousands of people gathered at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., to mark the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington and Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I have a dream" speech. The event, organized by the National Action Network and the Drum Major Institute, aimed to continue King's vision and address ongoing issues such as systemic racism, hate speech, police brutality, and the erosion of voting and reproductive rights. While the crowd size was smaller than in 1963, the event showcased progress with a more diverse lineup of speakers and a broader range of issues highlighted.
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